Pasco-Hernando State College
About Pasco-Hernando State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pasco-Hernando State College serves the counties north of Tampa from five campuses and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business and nursing are far and away its largest programs. It is open admission and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1967
Location
New Port Richey, Florida
Students
6,900
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,155
Out-of-state: $12,032
Avg Net Price
$5,203
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,903
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
41%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$5.4K
Class Size
Large
The 41% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,155
In-State
$12,032
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,520
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,730
After Financial Aid
$5,203
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,533
Receive Grants
29.5%
Take Loans
7.4%
Tuition is $3,155/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,203.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Pasco-Hernando State College fund their education.
While in School
29.5%
Get Grants
Free money
7.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,149
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,535
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,535, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Pasco-Hernando State College.
Gender
60.6%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,900
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.1%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
19.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 43.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
6,900
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pasco-Hernando State College fields 6 varsity teams with 114 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
114
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
43% / 57%
49
Men
65
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pasco-Hernando State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,903
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 2Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
143 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$89K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $40K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.